Instructor Valen was the first NPC players would see if they started in Isbin Village. In other words, he was the most memorable NPC to the players. The reason why he was firmly imprinted in the players' minds was because of the cool and frosty aura that always emanated from him, despite being an NPC that only wore a simple leather armor and carried a sword on his waist. Even if he was just standing leisurely with his arms folded languidly, his cold and elegant aura would still flow out. Valen became an instructor in a starting village because the God of Athenae wanted him to do so. Since he also wanted to live a normal life, he willingly followed the orders of the God. However, he was truly the ‘Sword God’ of the past, a hero who had once saved the world.

Sword God Valen had a rare look of embarrassment on his face. He asked, “...Then, why are you here too?”

“Ah! Hello Instructor! Hehe, how have you been?”

There was a subtle smile on the face of Instructor, no, Sword God Valen. Without noticing it, the shock in Minhyuk’s voice was already gone and he was bowing politely to Valen just like he did in the past.

‘I didn’t expect that Minhyuk would be the one to challenge this trial...’

Valen knew that Minhyuk must have definitely become stronger for him to acquire the map to this place. However, the trial itself was extremely difficult.

“How are you and Instructor Roina?”

“We got married and already have a baby.”

“Congratulations!”

“Yeah. Thanks. From now on, let’s get down to business.”

“Yes! I understand!”

Valen knew...